Kia Forte

Speed Around Albany in a 2017 Kia Forte

The 2017 Kia Forte has seen all around upgrades with special attention paid to the interior styling, driver assistance technologies and powertrains. Put a little extra pizazz in your Albany commute with the 2017 Forte.

Trims and Pricing

To match your Leesburg driving style, Kia offers three customizable trim levels:

• LX: Even the base model features a powerful 2.0L engine and SiriusXM. Starting at $16,490.
• S: Upgrade a little with LED headlights and UVO eServices. Beginning at $19,200.
• EX: Complete your LED set with taillights and enjoy leather seat trim. Starting at $21,200.

Exterior Elements

Get where you’re going without causing unnecessary fuss with the understated Forte design:

• LED Light Suite: Both rear combination lamps and positioning lights are available with LED bulbs. You can also get LED turn signals on your mirrors.
• Chrome Accents: Are you a fan of chrome’s sleek and sophisticated look? Opt for chrome accents on your window molding, door handle inserts, and exhaust tip.
• Solar Control Glass: Significantly reduce the ultraviolet light coming into your cabin with a special glass coating. The solar control glass helps to reduce heat build up so your temperature control system can operate more efficiently.

Performance Parts

For the 2017 edition, the Forte has replaced the 1.8L engine powertrain for a more effortless Newton commute:

• 2.0L Atkinson Cycle Engine: At it’s maximum, this engine gives you 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque.
• 2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine: If you want a little more horsepower, this engine will give you a little more with a maximum of 160 hp and 151 lb-ft of torque.
• Mileage: The manual LX gets 25 mpg city, 34 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined. The automatic LX and S trims give you 29 mpg city, 38 mpg highway, and 32 mpg combined. The EX gives you 25 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined.

Interior Features and Design

Travel the Leary roadways in comfort with these convenience technologies:

• Advanced Voice Recognition Navigation: Enjoy the ease of voice command navigation paired with a 7-inch color display. The system also includes SiriusXM Traffic and Radio.
• UVO eServices: Using Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, connect your compatible smartphone to your UVO eServices display to easily control your apps and navigation.
• Rear Camera Display: Never hit the trashcans again with a rear camera display. Get a live feed on your console as you back out of your driveway.

Advanced Safety Technologies

No matter what’s coming around the bend, you’ll be prepared with these driver assistance features:

• Vehicle Stability Management: The VSM system upgrades your ability to steer and control your vehicle. When needed, the system intervenes to keep all tires safely on the ground.
• Electronic Stability Control: Enhance your vehicle control and maintain your intended travel direction. The system can brake individual wheels and reduce engine power to compensate for stability as needed.
• Brake Assist System: The system detects emergency situations and applies extra brake force if necessary.

2017 Kia Forte Reviews

See what the experts are saying about Kia’s latest rendition of the Forte:

• Car Connection: “Kia appears to be looking for a little more synergy…bringing a new direct-injection engine to some of the lineup, a sportier Forte S version, and a new package of active safety features to the lineup…. The Forte gained a little bit of width and length, but not height; and that works especially well in the handsome, elongated roofline and profile of the sedan.”
• Edmunds: “The revisions revolve principally around updated exterior design and interior equipment. But there are a few mechanical updates as well…. The new Forte (as we know it on this side of the world) is distinguished by a new front bumper design and what Kia calls the "tiger-nose" grille that blends into the new headlights.”
• Kelley Blue Book: “The 2017 Forte lineup offers you a choice of practical 4-door, Euro-styled 5-door hatchback, or a sporty 2-door Koup, each replete with a generous warranty, lots of standard features and a decent price.”
• Car and Driver: “A mildly refreshed 2017 model…adds more dazzle to an already well-dressed and competent small car…. On both sedan and hatch, the “tiger nose” grille trades its ragged sides for a smoother outline that’s fully flush, with thinner, longer headlight housings.”

Stop By for a Test Drive at Hutchinson Kia of Albany

Are you ready for a test drive? Visit Hutchinson Kia of Albany, located at 2875 Ledo Rd, and we’ll be happy to help you choose the best trim level for you. Give us a call at 229-234-8561, or fill out our contact form if you have any questions or want to make an appointment.